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  • Polk Announces Annual Student Art Contest

    Jeremy Maready, Special to the News|Updated Mar 23, 2022

    It's time to raid your art supply closet – the 19th Annual Water Conservation Art Contest is open for entries. The contest is open to all Polk County students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The winners will be featured in the 2023 Polk County Utilities Water Conservation Calendar. Students are encouraged to create an artistic representation that centers on the theme of water conservation. Suggested subjects can include the water cycle, saving water, reclaimed water, sto...

  • Construction Site Theft Becomes Larger Problem in Polk

    Jeremy Maready, Polk Public Information Office|Updated Oct 20, 2021

    Building is booming in Polk County and so are construction-related thefts, according to feedback received by the Polk County Building Division. “It really isn’t a surprise to us,” said Building Director Benjamin Dunn. “With the shortages of supplies, skyrocketing inflation and supply chain issues, unsecured building supplies are a beacon to criminals looking for an easy pay day.” But a local construction jobsite doesn’t have to be easy pickings. This is a problem that both homeowners and builders can work together to...

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